When a Cree boy is taken hostage by Lord Benton, the tribe allows Declan Harp the chance to find him. Meanwhile, Grace Emberly drums herself up a deal with Captain Chesterfield behind closed doors.
After an unprovoked attack on their camp, Machk leads the Lake Walkers to retaliate against the Brown Brothers; Harp sets out to find the truth while tensions increase.
An unexpected arrival to Fort James puts Lord Benton and Chesterfield on edge; Emberly conspires to rid herself of a problem; Michael is shocked when he sees someone from his past.
Captain Johnson closes in on Benton; and the fort is reinforced with soldiers as Harp and Benton come face to face. Meanwhile, Emberly makes a move to control Chesterfield.